Comparing Piaget And Erikson's Stages Of Development

All developmental theories attempt to provide a context for understanding how individual experiences and behavior change over time. Theories are practical in that they provide a framework for interpretation and research, as well as a coherent set of assumptions that aid inquiry. Cognitive theories believe that a person’s thought processes have an important effect on his or her understanding of the world, and thus on the person’s development.
A number of changes occur in one’s life from infancy to adolescence to adulthood. These changes, known as stages of development, caught the attention of theorists Jean Piaget and Erik Erikson.They both formed very important theories as to the thought development throughout the lifespan. Although, their